NFL Sophomores: Most likely to breakout
2. Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, OLB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Perhaps a more under the radar candidate, I really like the idea of Joe Tryon-Shoyinka enjoying a breakout season in 2022 as a sophomore.
Drafted 32nd overall last year, Tryon-Shoyinka primarily played behind Jason Pierre-Paul, who is a free agent.
The Buccaneers might elect to not retain Pierre-Paul, which would pave the way for Tryon-Shoyinka to insert himself into the starting lineup.
What I like most about this is how loaded the Buccaneers’ front seven is. Between Vita Vea, Devin White, Lavonte David, and Shaq Barrett, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka might be a player that opposing offenses forget about just a bit.
I think there’s a scenario where he notches double-digit sacks in 2022. Perhaps he doesn’t quite develop into a top-tier pass rusher, but nonetheless, I think his sack totals are going to be high in 2022.
I’d also attribute a potential breakout season to Todd Bowles, who has coordinated a very good Buccaneers defense and is widely respected around the league. Now as head coach, Bowles gets a second chance with a stable franchise.